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Biology

Exemplary websites related to Biology

Date Added to MERLOT:: November 1, 2010
Created by:: Amanda Fishman
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The eSkeletons Project (Reference Material)

eSkeletons provides an interactive environment in which to examine and learn about skeletal anatomy. I feel this website... More
The Biology Project: Cell Biology (Presentation)

Students will classify cells from the tip of an onion root into the appropriate phases of the cell cycle, and then count... More
Biological animations and tutorials (Animation)

This website is very useful for a number of topics. I would specifically use it to reinforce the concepts of meiosis,... More
Cell-ebration (Syllabus)

This site has been created to show students how cells work. It reviews the functions of the cell organelles. This web... More

This site has been created to show students how cells work. It reviews the functions of the cell organelles. This web site focuses on the structure and function of the cell membrane. Students will learn how the organelles interact with each other to keep the cell alive. This website is great when showing students a physical representation of the various parts of cells and would be great to use on a SmartBoard. The website even does a great job at showing the difference between an animal cell and a plant cell.
Virtual Microscope (Reference Material)

The Virtual Microscope is a full-fledged simulation that allows users to select and position slides, adjust lighting,... More

The Virtual Microscope is a full-fledged simulation that allows users to select and position slides, adjust lighting, magnification and focus, and measure specimens. A narrated demonstration is available to guide students through the steps required to bring a specimen into focus. There is also a checklist that indicates which steps have been completed successfully. This website would be great to have students look at before doing labs that involve microscopes.